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Our mascot is better than the udders

The City of Fort Worth’s official mascot
Livestock Exchange Building
The Livestock Exchange now houses the North Fort Worth Historical Society Museum. | Photo by FTWtoday
Who’s the cow behind Cowtown? Today, we’re introducing you to Molly the cow — aka the City of Fort Worth’s mascot.

You may recognize the logo [on the left] as Bevo. Sorry UT fans — there’s no correlation between the two. However, in 2002, the city + the University of Texas System entered into an agreement about the use and appearance of Molly. To prove the logos aren’t the same, take a closer look at the color — UT’s logo is Pantone 159 (burnt orange) and Molly’s is Pantone 725 (copper).

The University of Texas vs The City of Fort Worth's logo

Don’t tell UT, but we think our longhorn logo is far better. | Graphic by FTWtoday

Origin

In 1909, a longhorn head sculpture was placed on the Livestock Exchange Building to honor the cattle industry. Legend has it that the sculpture was placed there so it could have a vantage point of all the activity in town. It was later given the name “Molly,” which is said to identify with the first longhorn in a herd.

Molly became the official mascot in 2000. She symbolizes reverence to the past, reflects our city’s Western heritage, and promotes a sense of unity and pride.

The history of Cowtown

The nickname “Cowtown” came long before Molly. In 1917, the Fort Worth Stockyards became the largest horse and mule market in the world, welcoming cattle drives and auctions — and plenty of cows and cowboys around town.

Find Molly around town

Livestock Exchange Building | The longhorn sculpture hangs on the front of the building and still watches over the Stockyards.

Molly the Trolley | The vintage-looking trolley is free and travels from the Fort Worth Convention Center to Sundance Square + serves Trinity Metro’s Central Station.

Old City Hall | A public art piece presides over the City Council Chambers.

City property | Administration buildings, first responder vehicles, water towers, trash + recycling cans, and signage all bear Molly’s likeness.

Sundance Square Plaza | A horse mural with an attached waterfall flows into a sculpture of two longhorn heads.
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Events
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Wednesday, Sept. 25
  • Lunchtime Music Series | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 12-1 p.m. | Burnett Park | Free | Spend your lunch break listening to tunes by Carly Carroll.
  • 90’s Pop Culture Trivia | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Black Dog Retro Arcade, Arlington | Free | Gather your fellow ‘90s kids and prove whether or not you’re all that and a bag of chips — RSVP online.
Thursday, Sept. 26
  • Oktoberfest | Thursday, Sept. 26-Saturday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | Trinity Park | $10+ | Celebrate German culture during the three-day festival with German beer, Bavarian food, shopping, family-friendly entertainment, and the highly anticipated Dachshund Dash.
Friday, Sept. 27
  • Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra | Friday, Sept. 27-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall | $26+ | Take in the works of composers Richard Strauss + Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — head to the show an hour early for a pre-concert lecture diving deeper into the works.
Saturday, Sept. 28
  • ¡Celebramos! Mariposa Market | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | Free | Head to this outdoor, Latin-themed market to shop local vendors and grab a bite from food trucks.
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News Notes
Environment
  • Fort Worth is trashing its trash-collecting waterwheel project. The city was unable to raise the ~$1.9 million needed for the waterwheels, but may revisit the project if it can find other funding sources or obtain large donations. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Trending
  • Keep your eyes peeled for Leon Bridges. The Fort Worth native + Grammy Award winner has been spotted shooting promotional material around Cowtown for his upcoming album, “Leon.” So far, Bridges has been seen at the historic Sinclair Gas Station, the Boiled Owl Tavern, and Record Town. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Coming Soon
  • Utah-based cookie chain Dirty Dough is set to open a new location in Southlake at the end of October. Known for its gooey, stuffed cookies, Dirty Dough offers flavors like Raspberry Toaster Tart + Stuffed Chocolate Chip. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Eat
  • Local taco stand Cafecito — known for its pink tortillas — is moving into a brick and mortar space at the former Easy Monkey restaurant on Magnolia Avenue. The taco shop’s new location will feature a bar, patio, and longer hours. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Community
  • The City of Fort Worth has several Community Choices Summits planned for October. Residents can attend the summits to provide input on various planning efforts such as transportation + park master plans.
Number
  • $68.3 million. That’s how much money was raised during North Texas Giving Day, setting a new record for donations. That amount comes from 226,452 individual donations made this year. (WFAA)
History
  • Locals know that Camp Bowie’s five-way intersection isn’t for the weak, but do you know its history? All of the intersection’s streets were in place circa 1910, but traffic didn’t start picking up until several years later — and originally, there were no stop signs or traffic lights. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Sports
  • What’s the latest update on Big 12 rankings? Texas Tech is coming back, TCU has dropped, and more — get the scoop from the local experts of the Big 12 with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Weather
    • Is that... fall? WFAA Meteorologist Pete Delkus shared a weather outlook for the upcoming days that has us breaking out our (light) jackets. Bring on the pumpkin spice.
    Plan Ahead
    Real Estate
    • It’s moving time, Fort Worth. From stunning modern farmhouses to cozy cottages, LEAGUE Real Estate’s current listings lineup has something for everyone. If you’re in the market for a new abode, bookmark this page.*
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    Perks of having a Fort Worth Public Library card
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    The plastic card gives you a plethora of resources at your fingertips. | Photo by Kai Architects
    With an infinite amount of online resources, having a library card might seem a little outdated. However, the wallet-sized passes can be used for more than just borrowing books.

    With plenty of recent library news, we’re sharing a few of the coolest things you may not know about having a Fort Worth Public Library card.

    📝 Family-friendly entertainment

    • Test your knowledge with weekly Tuesday Trivia Nights.
    • Babies, toddlers, and their grownups are invited to in-person and on-demand Story Times throughout the week.
    • Check out games like bocce ball and lacrosse game sets, or pick up free pickleball kits before heading to a local court.

    🎟️ Local attractions

    Fort Worth Public Library Cards are available at no charge for residents — proof of residency or property ownership is required. Non-resident cards can be purchased for $50 per year.
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